Michigan football faces Rutgers amid key injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Michigan visits Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey, on Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Both teams are struggling, with Michigan's offense needing a boost against a Rutgers squad ranked 128th in scoring defense. Rutgers' starting quarterback, Dylan Lonergan, is out with an injury. Additionally, star receiver KJ Duff is listed as doubtful. Predictions from local media suggest a potential easy win for Michigan, given Rutgers' recent poor performances and injuries. The game is crucial for Michigan to rebuild momentum after a recent loss.
- •Game kicks off at 12:30 p.m. ET on Saturday
- •Dylan Lonergan is out; KJ Duff is doubtful
- •Michigan ranked No. 3 in defense
- •Rutgers ranks 128th in scoring defense
- •Michigan aims to regain offensive confidence
- 10:15 AMYahoo Sports — Predictions: Michigan football at Rutgers
"Angelique S. Chengelis, Connor Earegood, John Niyo, and Bob Wojnowski of The Detroit News predict the outcome of Saturday's Michigan-Rutgers game.
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